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Welcome to Junior Parent College Night

Welcome to Junior Parent College Night. Lauren Peterson School Counselor Sophomores & Seniors N-Z Lisa Palmison School Counselor Freshman & Seniors G-M Maridi Gurtsak School Counselor Juniors & Seniors A-F. Preparation for College. High School GPA

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Welcome to Junior Parent College Night

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  1. Welcome to Junior Parent College Night • Lauren Peterson School Counselor Sophomores & Seniors N-Z • Lisa Palmison School Counselor Freshman & Seniors G-M • Maridi Gurtsak School Counselor Juniors & Seniors A-F

  2. Preparation for College • High School GPA • Rigorous high school coursework • Motivation & Commitment • Study Habits • Career Shadowing • Transcript • GPA • Class rank • Attendance • Test scores • School & community involvement • Work

  3. Considering Educational Options • Four Year (Public/Private) • Two Year Colleges • Certificate Programs • Technical Schools • Apprenticeship Programs • Military (ASVAB 3/15/13- register in guidance) • Service Academies • ROTC • National Guard/Reserves

  4. College Prep Recommendations • Language Arts 4 credits • Mathematics 4 credits • Science 4 credits • Social Studies 4 credits • Foreign Language 2 credits • Fine Arts 1 credit • Art, Band, Choir, VCD (Visual Communication Design)

  5. ACT/SAT InformationCollege-bound juniors should take both tests this spring – and at least once in their senior year if not satisfied with the scores (Code- 363940) ACT • Registration: www.actstudent.org • April 12th Register by March 7th • June 14th Register by May 9th SAT • Registration: www.collegeboard.org • March 8th Register by February 7th • May 3rd Register by April 4th • June 7th Register by May 9th

  6. College Comparison • Majors and educational programs • Type of school and degrees offered • Admission policy • Location and size • Costs and financial aid • College affiliation and accreditation • Campus activities • Support services

  7. Public College Update • The University of Akron • Bowling Green State University • Central State University • University of Cincinnati • Cleveland State University • Kent State University • Miami University • The Ohio State University • Ohio University • Shawnee State University • The University of Toledo • Wright State University • Youngstown State University

  8. 2 Year College Update • Admission • Placement Testing • Value • Associates Degree • Certificate • Transferability / Public School Agreement • www.transfer.org

  9. Campus Visit Checklist • Schedule a campus tour • Meet with an admission counselor • Verify admission requirements • Determine actual college costs • Ask about financial aid opportunities • Investigate your academic programs • Attend a class • Talk with students and faculty

  10. Financing Your Education & College Now Greater Cleveland • Determine college costs & resources • Secure necessary forms and note deadlines • File FAFSA after January 1st in senior year • Avoid ruling-out a school because of cost until the financial aid package is presented • Be aware of scholarship scams • College Now Greater Cleveland- make appointment tonight with Ms.Capelle

  11. Timeline: Spring/Summer • Identify career goals – set up career shadowing and visit Ohio Career Information System www.ocis.orgUsername: olmfallsh Password: ohiocis03 • Identify important college characteristics • Be realistic- review admission requirements (GPA and test scores) • Research at least 5-8 schools and narrow your choices by scheduling and taking college visits • Take the ACT/SAT this spring!

  12. Timeline: Senior Year- Fall • Apply Early- be aware of deadlines • 3-5 colleges • Complete applications prior to Thanksgiving break • Register for fall administration of the ACT/SAT and SAT subject tests if necessary • Make college visits & meet with college representatives visiting OFHS • Investigate available scholarships and deadlines

  13. Sources of College Information • Counselors’ Corner • National College Fair:Sunday, April 6th • 1:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m. • Cleveland State University Wolstein Center • Online registration: http://www.gotomyncf.com   • College representatives visiting OFHS in the fall • College Now Greater Cleveland - sign up for an appointment with Ms. Capelle #427-6116

  14. Thank You For Attending Next year’s senior counselor assignments effective August 2014: A-F Mrs. Maridi Gurtsak G-M Mrs. Lisa Palmison N-Z Ms. Lauren Peterson

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